STAB Science Abbreviation

Stabilization

A term applied to a number of processes: A type of heat treatment to relieve internal stresses. The retarding or prevention of a particular reaction by the addition of a stabilizing element. A thermal and/or mechanical treatment given to magnetic material in order to increase the permanency of its magnetic properties or condition. A term used in a number of different contexts: A thermal treatment to stabilize the microstructure, mechanical properties or dimensions of a metal.